Origin
Bainbridge, IN
Late night in Bainbridge on Wednesday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bainbridge, IN to Terre Haute, IN
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
48.6 mi
78 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
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6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Terre Haute, IN
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bainbridge, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 41, Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway, East Ohio Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.6 miles on US 41. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.60 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
24.3 miles from Bainbridge, IN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Bainbridge, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 14m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 36 / Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bainbridge, IN to Terre Haute, IN is easy. At 1h 14m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 36 / Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 40.4 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 36 / Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway
Turn left onto US 36 / Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway
Navigation decision point
4
22.9 mi into trip
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~34m in
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US 41
Turn left onto US 41
Navigation decision point
4
40.4 mi into trip
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~1h in
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US 41
Keep slight right at fork onto US 41
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 25.6 mi | 39m |
| Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway | 21.7 mi | 32m |
| East Ohio Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North 3rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 25.6 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bainbridge, IN and Terre Haute, IN.
1
Start on South Washington Street
309 ft
·
18 sec
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South Washington Street
2
Turn left onto US 36
22 mi
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32 min
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Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway
3
Continue on US 36
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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East Ohio Street
4
Turn left onto US 41
17 mi
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25 min
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US 41
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 41
8.2 mi
·
13 min
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US 41
6
Continue on US 41; US 150
132 ft
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11 sec
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North 3rd Street
7
Arrive at destination
US 41; US 150
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 24.3 miles from Bainbridge, IN, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 48.6 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.3 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Terre Haute, IN than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bainbridge, IN so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bainbridge, IN
This is one driving day of about 48.6 miles and 1h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bainbridge, IN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 41 for about 25.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.3 mi from Bainbridge, IN · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 48.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.3 miles from Bainbridge, IN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Terre Haute, IN
The final approach into Terre Haute, IN usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Terre Haute, IN.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.60 one way
$15.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.34 | $16.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.35 | $18.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.80 | $3.11 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Terre Haute, IN
Late night in Terre Haute on Wednesday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bainbridge, IN to Terre Haute, IN covers 48.6 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 41, Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway, East Ohio Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.3 miles from Bainbridge, IN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.60 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Bainbridge, IN to Terre Haute, IN is easy. At 1h 14m with 53% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 36 / Ernie Pyle Memorial Highway): Navigation decision point; at 22.9 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 40.4 miles (US 41): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Bainbridge, IN to Terre Haute, IN does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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